1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1982 Toyota Starlet is newer by 10 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 378 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Miura | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
Model | Miura | Starlet |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |