1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1971 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord 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 295 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 263 kg more than 1965 Opel Rekord. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Miura | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Miura | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
