1967 Lamborghini Miura vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 406 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1967 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1967 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 1967 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1967 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1967 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Lamborghini Miura | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
Model | Miura | 406 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |