1991 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (350 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 307 kg more than 1967 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, 1991 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (367 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Lamborghini Diablo | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
Model | Diablo | Miura |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5707 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |