1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1969 Lamborghini Islero

To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Islero would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (345 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 425 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.

Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1969 Lamborghini Islero has manual transmission. 1969 Lamborghini Islero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1969 Lamborghini Islero
Make Chevrolet Lamborghini
Model Silverado Islero
Year Released 1999 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4801 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7500 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 62 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2550 mm


 

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