1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,257 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (414 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 40 | LM |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 7257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 110 L |
