2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura

To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 36 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 197 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.

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) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (326 Nm). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mustang 1969 Lamborghini Miura
Make Ford Lamborghini
Model Mustang Miura
Year Released 2005 1969
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4015 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7850 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 399 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 62 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 77 L


 

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