2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1968 Lamborghini Espada
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Espada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Espada would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Espada (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Espada should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 661 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Espada.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. (374 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Espada. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1968 Lamborghini Espada has manual transmission. 1968 Lamborghini Espada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1968 Lamborghini Espada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Avalanche | Espada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 93 L |