1968 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 24 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 317 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Lamborghini Miura | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Suzuki |
| Model | Miura | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
