1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2000 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2000 Lincoln Continental is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2000 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2000 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 450 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1966 Lamborghini Miura is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Miura (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lincoln Continental. 2000 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1966 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1966 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Lamborghini Miura | 2000 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lincoln |
Model | Miura | Continental |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |