1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 43 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 430 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Lamborghini Miura | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Miura | CLS |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 475 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |