1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1971 Holden Statesman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 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 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. 1971 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1969 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1969 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Lamborghini Miura | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Lamborghini | Holden |
Model | Miura | Statesman |
Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |