2009 Lamborghini Gallardo vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 42 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 206 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Gallardo | Miura |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |
