1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 26 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lamborghini Miura | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Lamborghini | TVR |
Model | Miura | Chimaera |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 57 L |