1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 21 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 227 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Miura | Corrado |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |