1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 690 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Miura |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 93 L |