1997 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 28 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 311 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 220 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Escort, 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Escort | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escort | Miura |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1070 mm |
