1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera is newer by 27 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 TVR Cerbera. (347 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1998 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 168 kg more than 1998 TVR Cerbera. 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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Lamborghini Miura | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Lamborghini | TVR |
Model | Miura | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |