1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 40 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 150 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80.
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, 2007 Volvo S80, 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 (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80. 2007 Volvo S80 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. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Lamborghini Miura | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Miura | S80 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |