2005 Ford Focus vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura

To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 38 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 255 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Ford Focus, 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) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (174 Nm). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Focus 1967 Lamborghini Miura
Make Ford Lamborghini
Model Focus Miura
Year Released 2005 1967
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1986 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 130 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7850 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 399 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 62 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.7:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 77 L


 

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