1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 350 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 333 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (367 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | GT 40 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 90 L |
