1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 41 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 218 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 875 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lamborghini Miura | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Miura | ML |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88.4 mm |
| 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 | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 83 L |
