1987 GMC Suburban vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1987 GMC Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 947 kg more than 1971 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban 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, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1971 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1971 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 GMC Suburban | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
Make | GMC | Lamborghini |
Model | Suburban | Miura |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |