1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1971 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 267 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 2002 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 77 L |
