1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini Miura 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 (350 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 637 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (367 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lamborghini Miura | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Miura | G |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
