2005 Kia Shuma II vs. 1966 Lamborghini Miura

To start off, 2005 Kia Shuma II is newer by 39 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 276 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 700 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.

Because 1966 Lamborghini Miura is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Shuma II, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Shuma II 1966 Lamborghini Miura
Make Kia Lamborghini
Model Shuma II Miura
Year Released 2005 1966
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1793 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7850 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 62 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 77 L


 

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