1996 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 29 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (350 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 153 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3, 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (367 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | A3 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
