1987 Ford Probe vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1987 Ford Probe 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 247 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 50 kg more than 1987 Ford Probe. 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 Ford Probe, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Probe. (262 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Probe | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Probe | Miura |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
