1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. 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 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | El Camino | LM |
Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 4754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 2600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3010 mm |