1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 44 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) has 187 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 33 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 Honda Civic, 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) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Lamborghini | Honda |
Model | Miura | Civic |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 198 HP |
Torque | 399 Nm | 193 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1267 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1445 mm |