1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 42 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 716 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1971 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1971 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Lamborghini Miura | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
Model | Miura | 6 series |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |