1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 18 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 244 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 61 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1971 Lamborghini Miura is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim. (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lamborghini Miura | 1989 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Lamborghini | Plymouth |
Model | Miura | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |