1992 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1992 BMW 318 is newer by 24 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1992 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 318 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 318 | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 318 | Miura |
Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |