1996 Audi S6 vs. 1966 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. 1996 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1966 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | S6 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 77 L |
