1954 Buick 40 vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1967 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (350 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (367 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | 40 | Miura |
Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |