2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | 159 | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.9 L/100km | 29.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
