2002 Acura RSX vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura

To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 35 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 192 more horse power than 2002 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 71 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX. 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, 2002 Acura RSX, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Acura RSX 1967 Lamborghini Miura
Make Acura Lamborghini
Model RSX Miura
Year Released 2002 1967
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1998 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 367 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1222 kg 1293 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 90 L


 

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