1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 37 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 33 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (367 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lamborghini Miura | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Miura | 996 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| 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 | 350 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 1293 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
