2008 BMW 545 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 40 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 545 | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 545 | Miura |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |