1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 45 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Miura | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Miura | 356 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 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 | 900 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 52 L |
