2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Buick Lucerne would be higher. At 6,495 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Lucerne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 211 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Lucerne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Lucerne. (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Lucerne. 2008 Buick Lucerne has automatic transmission and 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Buick Lucerne | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Lucerne | Murcielago |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 6495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 631 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |