1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace 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 210 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 620 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 2008 Renault Espace, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace. 2008 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lamborghini Miura | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Miura | Espace |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 83 L |
