1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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 234 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 405 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, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Miura | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Lamborghini | Honda |
Model | Miura | Civic |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1305 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |