2008 GMC Savana vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura

To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 40 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 841 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 GMC Savana 1968 Lamborghini Miura
Make GMC Lamborghini
Model Savana Miura
Year Released 2008 1968
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 5300 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7850 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 399 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 77 L


 

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