1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP) has 249 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1246 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | LM |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 449 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 169 L |
