1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 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 217 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 290 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Lamborghini Miura 2007 Skoda Octavia
Make Lamborghini Skoda
Model Miura Octavia
Year Released 1968 2007
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 1966 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 7850 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 55 L


 

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