1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Miura 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 303 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lamborghini Miura | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
Model | Miura | 504 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |