1997 BMW S3 vs. 1966 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 31 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 BMW S3. (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW S3 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (400 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW S3. (330 Nm). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 1966 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | S3 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
