1950 Citroen 15 vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1991 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | 15 | LM |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |
