1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Miura 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 304 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 40 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lamborghini Miura | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Miura | 740 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2316 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |