1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 28 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 271 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 34 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. 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, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
Model | Miura | Vectra |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |