2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 805 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago. (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago has automatic transmission and 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom has manual transmission. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 2008 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Lamborghini |
| Model | Phantom | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6747 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 3.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2495 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.9 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 100 L |
