1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 19 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 213 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Daytona | Miura |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 77 L |
