1956 Chrysler Imperial 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 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 200 kg more than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Imperial | LM |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3010 mm |
