1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 42 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (350 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 532 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (367 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Lamborghini Miura | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Miura | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 272 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 97 L |