1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2003 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 35 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 228 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 490 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, 2003 Toyota Ipsum, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Miura | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
