1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Miura | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Miura | 220 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 85 L |