1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 1995 Xedos 6 is newer by 27 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 279 more horse power than 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 160 kg more than 1995 Xedos 6. 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, 1995 Xedos 6, 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6. 1995 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Xedos |
| Model | Miura | 6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
