1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 43 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,269 HP @ 6075 RPM) has 884 more horse power than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 2011 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Lamborghini | SSC |
| Model | Miura | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 6350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 1269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6075 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1090 mm |
