2005 BMW 740 vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 38 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (350 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 642 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, 2005 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (367 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1967 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1967 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 740 | Miura |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
