2008 Ford GT vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2008 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. (385 HP @ 7850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 220 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford GT | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | GT | Miura |
Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 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 | 1520 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 77 L |