2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 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 180 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 692 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1972 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
Model | CTS | Miura |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |