2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |
