1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1961 Steyr 500
To start off, 1967 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1961 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1961 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 820 kg more than 1961 Steyr 500. 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lamborghini Miura | 1961 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Steyr |
Model | Miura | 500 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |