2006 Ford Escape vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 547 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1971 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 1971 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escape | Miura |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 77 L |
