1959 Ford Anglia vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1959 Ford Anglia. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 162 kg more than 1959 Ford Anglia. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Anglia | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Anglia | Miura |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 738 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |