1984 Austin Montego vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 256 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Montego | Miura |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
