1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 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 267 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 20 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1966 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 1966 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna, 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, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Miura | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Miura | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
