1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lamborghini Miura | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
Model | Miura | 120 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 51 L |