1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 245 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 134 kg more 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lamborghini Miura | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Miura | Jetta |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |