1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 481 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1972 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 1972 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | Prelude | Miura |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |