1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 21 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 235 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chrysler Viper | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
Model | Viper | Miura |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 449 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 664 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |