1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago has manual transmission. 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | GMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Suburban | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |
