1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 21 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 159 more horse power than 1989 Saab 9000. (226 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 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 160 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, 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, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Saab 9000. (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Saab |
Model | Miura | 9000 |
Year Released | 1968 | 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 | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1900 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 | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 66 L |