1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1989 Ferrari F40 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (640 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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 Ferrari F40 (721 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. (401 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F40 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 640 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 721 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1293 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 77 L |
