1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 39 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 279 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 32 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lamborghini Miura | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
Model | Miura | Yaris |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 42 L |