1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 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 168 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 910 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Lamborghini Miura | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Miura | Touareg |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 100 L |