1986 BMW 735 vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1986 BMW 735 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 735 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |
