1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini Miura 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 (350 HP) has 276 more horse power than 1989 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 308 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323. 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 (367 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lamborghini Miura | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Miura | 323 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
