2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 394 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 142 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Spider | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
