2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1434 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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, 1990 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | LM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 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 Weight | 1266 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 169 L |
