2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1989 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1989 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Suburban | LM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 169 L |
