2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1992 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,701 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1151 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1992 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1992 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1992 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1992 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Silverado | LM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3010 mm |
