1989 Eagle Talon vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura

To start off, 1989 Eagle Talon 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 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 192 more horse power than 1989 Eagle Talon. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1989 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon. 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, 1989 Eagle Talon, 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Eagle Talon 1968 Lamborghini Miura
Make Eagle Lamborghini
Model Talon Miura
Year Released 1989 1968
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1997 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 193 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7850 RPM
Torque 276 Nm 399 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2510 mm


 

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