1966 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1989 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1966 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 1966 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, 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, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lamborghini Miura | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Saab |
Model | Miura | 9000 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |