1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 5,011 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 107 kg more than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini Portofino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Chevelle | Portofino |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |
