1987 Vauxhall Belmont vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador

To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 626 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador weights approximately 615 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador 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, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador has automatic transmission and 1987 Vauxhall Belmont has manual transmission. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Vauxhall Belmont 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
Make Vauxhall Lamborghini
Model Belmont Aventador
Year Released 1987 2012
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1297 cc 6500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 700 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 8250 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 689 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1135 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2700 mm


 

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