1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1971 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 133 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. 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.
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1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Corvair | Miura |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |