1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Miura 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 237 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1968 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 1968 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero, 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1999 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Miura | Alero |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
