1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1981 Volvo 260
To start off, 1981 Volvo 260 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Miura 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 232 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 260 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1981 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
Model | Miura | 260 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |