1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 is newer by 38 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 181 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1966 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 1966 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406, 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, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Lamborghini Miura | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
| Model | Miura | 406 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
