1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 42 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 230 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 450 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Lamborghini Miura 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
Make Lamborghini Chevrolet
Model Miura Cobalt
Year Released 1968 2010
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 2201 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 7850 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 49 L


 

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