1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 44 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. 2010 BMW 550 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. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Lamborghini Miura | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
Model | Miura | 550 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |