1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2002 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2002 Lincoln Continental is newer by 35 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln Continental (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1967 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 1967 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental, 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, 2002 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. 2002 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1967 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1967 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Lamborghini Miura | 2002 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lincoln |
| Model | Miura | Continental |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1510 mm |
