1999 Holden Astra vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra 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 (350 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 147 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. 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, 1999 Holden Astra, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Astra | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Astra | Miura |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
