1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2005 Saturn LW is newer by 39 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 250 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn LW weights approximately 98 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, 2005 Saturn LW, 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW. 2005 Saturn LW 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. 2005 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Miura | 2005 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Saturn |
| Model | Miura | LW |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 59 L |
