1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1969 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 340 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Miura | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Wartburg |
| Model | Miura | 312 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
