1972 Lamborghini Espada vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Lamborghini Espada (350 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lamborghini Espada weights approximately 86 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Silverado (458 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. (393 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lamborghini Espada. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lamborghini Espada | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Espada | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| 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 | 315 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4010 mm |
