1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 14 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 234 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Miura | 944 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 66 L |