1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 30 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 212 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 112 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, 1997 Volvo S70, 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 (367 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lamborghini Miura | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Miura | S70 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |