1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1971 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 602 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Miura.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Impala | Miura |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 77 L |
