2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1562 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Mustang | Miura |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 77 L |