1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1971 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1972 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 1000 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 386 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Mazda 1000. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Miura | 1971 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
Model | Miura | 1000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |