1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 7,257 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (414 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 985 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Impala | LM |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 7257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |
