1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1969 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP) has 325 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 180 kg more than 1964 Austin A 60. 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 60 | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 60 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 77 L |
