1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 37 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 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 177 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 898 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Miura | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Miura | S80 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |
