1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1961 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1971 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1961 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1961 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 861 kg more than 1961 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1971 Lamborghini Miura | 1961 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
Model | Miura | Seven |
Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 29 L |