1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 36 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 630 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Miura | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Miura | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 88 L |
