1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 42 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 224 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 100 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Toyota Avensis 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. 2008 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Miura | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Miura | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 60 L |
