Italy vs Germany — 2001 vs 2017
| Murcielago LP640 | 911 GT2 RS (991.2) | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 640 hp | 700 hp |
| Torque | 487 lb-ft | 553 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 6,496 cc | 3,800 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 3.3 sec | 2.7 sec |
| Top Speed | 211 mph | 211 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 11.4 sec | 10.3 sec |
| Weight | 3,671 lbs | — |
| Wheelbase | 2,665 mm | 2,457 mm |
| Length | 4,610 mm | 4,549 mm |
| Units Produced | 4,099 | 1,000 |
| Original MSRP | $354,000 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $500,000 | $600,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 5/10 | 8/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 brings stronger collectibility, better value to the table, and the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) answers with quicker acceleration, greater rarity. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
The rivalry between Italy and Germany automotive industries has produced legendary matchups, and the 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 versus 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) is among the most fascinating. These two cars represent the best of their national engineering schools. The 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) holds a clear advantage in raw power with 700 hp compared to 640 hp, a 60-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Lamborghini Murcielago uses a V12 DOHC 48V displacing 6,496 cc, while the Porsche 911 GT2 RS relies on a Flat-6 Twin-Turbo DOHC 24V with 3,800 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) edges ahead at 2.7 seconds versus 3.3 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 1,000 units built, the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) is considerably scarcer than the Lamborghini Murcielago's 4,099 examples. From a collectibility standpoint, the 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.