1949 Austin 16 vs. 1966 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 20 kg more than 1949 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1966 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | 16 | Miura |
Year Released | 1949 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 62 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |