1966 Lamborghini 400 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,927 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (317 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1966 Lamborghini 400 (373 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 1966 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lamborghini 400 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | 400 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3927 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 48 L |