1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 68 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 AMC Pacer. (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 AMC Pacer. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1969 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1969 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 AMC Pacer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | AMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Pacer | Miura |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 77 L |
