1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 41 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Lamborghini Miura | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Miura | CLK |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |