1973 Ferrari 365 BB vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 365 BB | Miura |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 3929 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
