1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 31 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 217 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 1999 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Miura | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
