1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 39 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 215 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 56 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Miura | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Miura | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
