1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 30 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 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. (401 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Miura | 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Miura | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
