1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Miura | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Miura | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 770 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
