1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 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 340 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 386 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Lamborghini Miura is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Wartburg |
Model | Miura | 312 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |