1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 40 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 213 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 115 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber, 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Miura | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Dodge |
| Model | Miura | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 51 L |
