2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 39 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F430 | Miura |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 77 L |
