1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 295 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 76 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190. (153 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Miura | 190 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 52 L |
