2008 BMW M3 vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 41 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 @ 7850 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 270 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | M3 | Miura |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 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 | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |