1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 355 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lamborghini Miura | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Miura | C |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 66 L |
