1972 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 41 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 149 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 721 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima, 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Lamborghini Miura | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
Model | Miura | Maxima |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |