1988 Austin Montego vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 20 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 300 more horse power than 1988 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 184 kg more than 1988 Austin Montego. 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, 1988 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Montego | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | Montego | Miura |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |