2009 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago and 2009 Lotus Elise 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 511 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 548 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise. 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 492 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Murcielago | Elise |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6496 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 660 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 23.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 32 L |
