1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 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 164 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 395 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1967 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1967 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lamborghini Miura | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Miura | E |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |