1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura 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 323 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Miura | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
Model | Miura | Granada |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |