2011 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago 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 470 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A3 | 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | A3 | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 670 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2057 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2664 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
