2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Sandero, 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Dacia | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sandero | Miura |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1111 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |
