1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2005 Kia Carnival

To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival is newer by 37 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 237 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carnival. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carnival weights approximately 787 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.

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, 2005 Kia Carnival, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival. 2005 Kia Carnival 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. 2005 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Lamborghini Miura 2005 Kia Carnival
Make Lamborghini Kia
Model Miura Carnival
Year Released 1968 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 2495 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7850 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 2087 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 75 L


 

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