2012 Lamborghini Aventador vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 576 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Aventador | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6500 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 700 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 689 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1135 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 48 L |
