1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 29 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 195 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 460 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Miura | SL |
Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |