1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1985 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 17 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) has 293 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (92 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 34 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 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) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. (182 Nm). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Fiero. 1985 Pontiac Fiero has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Fiero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1985 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Miura | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 92 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
