1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 33 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 20 more horse power than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. (365 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 240 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT 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. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Lamborghini Miura | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
Model | Miura | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |