1969 Lamborghini Miura vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny

To start off, 1985 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Miura 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 359 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 604 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1985 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Lamborghini Miura 1985 Suzuki Jimny
Make Lamborghini Suzuki
Model Miura Jimny
Year Released 1969 1985
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 539 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 385 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 7850 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 52 Nm
Torque RPM 5750 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 696 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1070 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2040 mm


 

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