1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2003 Lexus LS is newer by 37 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LS. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 530 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, 2003 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. 2003 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Miura | 2003 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lexus |
| Model | Miura | LS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 84 L |
