1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2013 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento 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 197 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 339 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 Sorento, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento. 2013 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Lamborghini Miura 2013 Kia Sorento
Make Lamborghini Kia
Model Miura Sorento
Year Released 1968 2013
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 7850 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 97 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
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 1639 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1885 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1735 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 68 L


 

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