1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1960 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1968 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 1968 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1960 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Miura | Flavia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 42 L |