1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 31 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (350 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 243 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (367 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lamborghini Miura | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Miura | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 580 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 272 km/hour | 313 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |