1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sierra | Miura |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |
