2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1985 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 1985 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | LM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
