1955 Alpine A 106 vs. 1966 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1955 Alpine A 106. (20 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1955 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 770 kg more than 1955 Alpine A 106. 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, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alpine A 106 | 1966 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Alpine | Lamborghini |
Model | A 106 | Miura |
Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 77 L |