2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 37 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 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 38 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156, 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
Model | 156 | Miura |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 77 L |