1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 41 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. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 640 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Miura | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Miura | SLK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
