1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
Model | Monaro | Miura |
Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |