1995 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1995 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 24 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, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1995 Caterham Super 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 739 kg more than 1995 Caterham Super 7. 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, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Caterham Super 7. (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Caterham Super 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Caterham Super 7 | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Caterham | Lamborghini |
| Model | Super 7 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 290 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 | 554 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 77 L |
