1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1966 MG MGB
To start off, 1967 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGB would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1966 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 400 kg more than 1966 MG MGB. 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lamborghini Miura | 1966 MG MGB | |
Make | Lamborghini | MG |
Model | Miura | MGB |
Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |