1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 39 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 244 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, 2005 Mazda 6, 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) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lamborghini Miura | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Miura | 6 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |