1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Corvette | LM |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 169 L |