2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 34 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 225 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 800 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Caterham | Lamborghini |
| Model | 7 | Miura |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |
