1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 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 303 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 471 kg more than 1980 Volvo 66. 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. 1980 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1967 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1967 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Lamborghini Miura | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Miura | 66 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1390 mm |