1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 23 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1992 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo, 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo. 1992 Holden Apollo 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. 1992 Holden Apollo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Lamborghini Miura | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Lamborghini | Holden |
Model | Miura | Apollo |
Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
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 | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |