2009 BMW 318 vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 318 | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 318 | Miura |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |