1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 40 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 247 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
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, 2009 Opel Insignia, 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Insignia. 2009 Opel Insignia 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. 2009 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Miura | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Miura | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2737 mm |
