2009 Ford Bantam vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura

To start off, 2009 Ford Bantam 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) has 311 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam. 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 Ford Bantam, 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Bantam 1968 Lamborghini Miura
Make Ford Lamborghini
Model Bantam Miura
Year Released 2009 1968
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1296 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
Torque 110 Nm 399 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 62 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 77 L


 

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