2009 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (670 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 105 kg more than 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Because 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
Model | A8 | Murcielago |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 670 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2057 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1135 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2664 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |