1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Miura 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 271 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 929. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 17 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 929. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lamborghini Miura | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Miura | 929 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |