1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP) has 341 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 316 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 203. 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
Model | Miura | 203 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 399 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
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 | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |