2005 Ford Escape vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 33 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 307 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 745 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, 2005 Ford Escape, 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) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escape | Miura |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 93 L |
