Lamborghini Murciélago vs Porsche Carrera GT

How does the Lamborghini Murciélago stack up against the Porsche Carrera GT? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Lamborghini MurciélagoLamborghini Murciélago
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Porsche Carrera GTPorsche Carrera GT
SpecLamborghini MurciélagoPorsche Carrera GT
Horsepower (max)661 hp612 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.3 s3.9 s
Top speed340 km/h330 km/h
Variants61
Body styleMid-engine V12Roadster
GenerationType 148 / 149980
Production2001 – 20102004 – 2007
Length4,610 mm4,613 mm
Width2,058 mm1,921 mm
Height1,135 mm1,166 mm
Wheelbase2,665 mm2,730 mm

Lamborghini Murciélago vs Porsche Carrera GT: common questions

Is the Lamborghini Murciélago or Porsche Carrera GT faster?
The Lamborghini Murciélago is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.1s versus the Porsche Carrera GT's 3.7s (0-100 km/h in 3.3s vs 3.9s).
Which has more horsepower, the Lamborghini Murciélago or the Porsche Carrera GT?
The Lamborghini Murciélago makes more power: 661 hp (493 kW) versus 612 hp (456 kW) for the Porsche Carrera GT.
Is the Lamborghini Murciélago or Porsche Carrera GT faster on top speed?
The Lamborghini Murciélago has the higher top speed at 211 mph (340 km/h), versus 205 mph (330 km/h) for the Porsche Carrera GT.
What is the main difference between the Lamborghini Murciélago and the Porsche Carrera GT?
The Lamborghini Murciélago is a mid-engine v12, while the Porsche Carrera GT is a roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.