2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1972 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Miura (435 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 GMC Yukon. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1713 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. (403 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Miura. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Miura has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Miura will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1972 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | GMC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Yukon | Miura |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 93 L |
