2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago

To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 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 6,495 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 175 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8. 2009 Audi A8 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. 2009 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A8 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
Make Audi Lamborghini
Model A8 Murcielago
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4172 cc 6495 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 631 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 660 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 245 km/hour 340 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 3.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2060 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 21.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 100 L


 

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