Italy vs Italy — 1966 vs 1971
| Miura P400 SV | Miura SV | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 385 hp | 385 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 294 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 3,929 cc | 3,929 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 180 mph | 180 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.0 sec | — |
| Weight | 2,601 lbs | 2,850 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,504 mm | 2,499 mm |
| Length | 4,370 mm | 4,361 mm |
| Units Produced | 764 | 150 |
| Original MSRP | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | $4,000,000 | — |
| Collectibility | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 8/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1966 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV brings lighter weight to the table, and the 1971 Lamborghini Miura SV answers with greater rarity. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Lamborghini Miura. The 1966 and 1971 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1966 Lamborghini Miura P400 SV producing 385 hp and the 1971 Lamborghini Miura SV delivering 385 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Lamborghini Miura uses a V12 DOHC (Bizzarrini) displacing 3,929 cc, while the Lamborghini Miura SV relies on a V12 with 3,929 cc. The 1971 Lamborghini Miura SV claims a higher top speed at 180 mph compared to 180 mph. The Lamborghini Miura carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 249 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 150 units built, the 1971 Lamborghini Miura SV is considerably scarcer than the Lamborghini Miura's 764 examples.