1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor 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 400 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Miura | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Lamborghini | Morris |
Model | Miura | Minor |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |