1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 45 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 251 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 38 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic, 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Lamborghini Miura 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
Make Lamborghini Chevrolet
Model Miura Sonic
Year Released 1968 2013
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 7850 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 88 mm
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 1262 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4039 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1735 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1517 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2525 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 46 L


 

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