1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 281 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.
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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lamborghini Miura | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Miura | 220 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |