1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 40 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2008 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 TVR Chimaera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Chimaera. (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Lamborghini | TVR |
Model | Miura | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |