1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 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 341 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Miura | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Miura | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
