1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1973 BMW 2004 is newer by 1 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 338 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 120 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 2004 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
