1960 Ford Popular 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 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Popular 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 404 more horse power than 1960 Ford Popular. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 170 kg more than 1960 Ford Popular. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Popular | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Popular | Miura |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
