1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 41 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Miura | S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 Weight | 1300 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
