1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2005 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Omega 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 243 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 308 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Lamborghini Miura 2005 Vauxhall Omega
Make Lamborghini Vauxhall
Model Miura Omega
Year Released 1968 2005
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 7850 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2740 mm


 

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