1966 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1967 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 86 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1967 Lamborghini Miura is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | DS | Miura |
Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 77 L |