1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 36 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 68 more horse power than 2003 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 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, 2003 Porsche 996 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 (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lamborghini Miura | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Miura | 996 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |