2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 32 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 550 | Miura |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 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 | 1645 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 77 L |