1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2013 Kia Optima
To start off, 2013 Kia Optima is newer by 45 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 115 more horse power than 2013 Kia Optima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Optima weights approximately 238 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, 2013 Kia Optima, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Optima. (365 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Optima. 2013 Kia Optima 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. 2013 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 2013 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Kia |
| Model | Miura | Optima |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
