2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z4 | Miura |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 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 | 1485 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
