1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos 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 185 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
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 Volkswagen Eos, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Miura | Eos |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |