1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 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 391 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Miura | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Wartburg |
| Model | Miura | 312 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 43 L |
