1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 37 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 157 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Miura | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
