1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 213 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1044 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 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Miura | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
