1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 21 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 260 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 580 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Miura | 1987 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Miura | G |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
