1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1997 Mercury MC4

To start off, 1997 Mercury MC4 is newer by 26 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.

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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4. 1997 Mercury MC4 has automatic transmission and 1971 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1971 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercury MC4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Lamborghini Miura 1997 Mercury MC4
Make Lamborghini Mercury
Model Miura MC4
Year Released 1971 1997
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 7850 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 290 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats


 

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