1990 BMW 316 vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1990 BMW 316 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 316 | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 316 | Miura |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |