1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 33 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 327 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 562 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Miura | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | Miura | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 60 L |
