1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1996 Mercury Villager is newer by 24 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 286 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 900 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1972 Lamborghini Miura is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Miura | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercury |
Model | Miura | Villager |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |