1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1958 Alvis TD
To start off, 1969 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1958 Alvis TD. (116 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1958 Alvis TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alvis TD. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alvis TD. 1958 Alvis TD has automatic transmission and 1969 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1969 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1958 Alvis TD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Miura | 1958 Alvis TD | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Alvis |
| Model | Miura | TD |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |
