1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1979 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Miura 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 314 more horse power than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 485 kg more than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph Spitfire. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1979 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
Model | Miura | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 33 L |