1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 45 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 129 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Miura | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Miura | X3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 67 L |
