2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage and 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
Model | V8 Vantage | Murcielago |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 6496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 3.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.8 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |