1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 32 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 (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
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, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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 (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Cielo. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Cielo. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 1967 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1967 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Cielo | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
Model | Cielo | Miura |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1070 mm |