1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 44 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 217 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 85 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lamborghini Miura | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
Model | Miura | 120 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 53 L |