1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 37 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 120 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (265 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 274 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 2006 Nissan Maxima, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lamborghini Miura | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
Model | Miura | Maxima |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |