1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 38 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 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 365 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lamborghini Miura | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Miura | Passat |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
