1982 Lamborghini LM vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1079 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini LM | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
| Model | LM | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 819 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4476 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2685 mm |
