2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1967 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (350 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 309 kg more than 1967 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lamborghini Miura. (367 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Viper | 1967 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Viper | Miura |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8285 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 499 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |