1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2011 Chevrolet Kalos

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 44 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 (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 230 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2011 Chevrolet Kalos, 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Kalos.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Lamborghini Miura 2011 Chevrolet Kalos
Make Lamborghini Chevrolet
Model Miura Kalos
Year Released 1967 2011
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 1399 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 82 HP
Engine RPM 7850 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 73.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1070 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 45 L


 

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