1996 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1996 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 25 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 1996 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 327 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Miura.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. 1996 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1971 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1971 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Thunderbird | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Thunderbird | Miura |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |
