1971 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima is newer by 41 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 210 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 105 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, 2012 Nissan Altima, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lamborghini Miura | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Miura | Altima |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |
