1988 Lamborghini Project P140 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore

To start off, both 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 and 1988 Holden Commodore were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,961 cc (10 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 (372 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1988 Holden Commodore. 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, 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 (391 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Holden Commodore. (247 Nm). This means 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Holden Commodore. 1988 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini Project P140 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Lamborghini Project P140 1988 Holden Commodore
Make Lamborghini Holden
Model Project P140 Commodore
Year Released 1988 1988
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3961 cc 2961 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 372 HP 153 HP
Torque 391 Nm 247 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1286 kg 1215 kg


 

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