1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (310 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 925 kg more than 1972 Lamborghini Espada.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1972 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1972 Lamborghini Espada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Espada | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3938 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3429 mm |
