1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1373 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM 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, 1982 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | LM |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
