1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 32 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 320 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 245 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, 2004 Mini Cooper, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Miura | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mini |
Model | Miura | Cooper |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |