1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 340 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Wartburg |
Model | Miura | 311 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |