2008 Ford E-350 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 193 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350, 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. 2008 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford E-350 | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | E-350 | Miura |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 77 L |