1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC60. 2011 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Miura | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Miura | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 70 L |
