1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero
To start off, 1971 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero 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 39 more horse power than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (346 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Islero weights approximately 167 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Miura | 1969 Lamborghini Islero | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Miura | Islero |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 93 L |
