1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 41 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 231 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (380 Nm @ 180 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Miura | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
