2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1988 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Lamborghini LM.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | LM |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 617 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 789 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 Length | 4440 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
