2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura

To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 39 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) has 185 more horse power than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 250 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.

Because 1967 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 1967 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick LaCrosse 1967 Lamborghini Miura
Make Buick Lamborghini
Model LaCrosse Miura
Year Released 2006 1967
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3785 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 385 HP
Torque 312 Nm 399 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 62 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 77 L


 

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