1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.

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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Lamborghini Miura 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Lamborghini Mercedes-Benz
Model Miura E
Year Released 1968 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 5461 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 382 HP
Engine RPM 7850 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 98.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 90.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 80 L


 

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