1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 154 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sierra | Miura |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |
