1961 Austin 7 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 690 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | 7 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 77 L |
