1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 29 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 (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1967 Lamborghini Miura is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lamborghini Miura | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
Model | Miura | Safrane |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |