1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1969 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Miura | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Miura | 220 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 48 L |
