1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1966 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 33 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 505 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini Miura. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1966 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Silverado | Miura |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
