2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 33 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 158 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
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2000 BMW Z3 | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | Z3 | Miura |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 77 L |