1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 145 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mazda Tribute, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute. 2009 Mazda Tribute 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. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Miura | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
