1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1968 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF 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 @ 7850 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1967 Alvis TF | |
Make | Lamborghini | Alvis |
Model | Miura | TF |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |