1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 90 kg more than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lamborghini Miura | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Miura | Ponton |
Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |