2009 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago would be higher. 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 533 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 2012 Honda Insight. 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 493 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Honda |
| Model | Murcielago | Insight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6496 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 631 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 660 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 18.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 29.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 40 L |
