1951 Austin Princess vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini LM is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin Princess would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1951 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 745 kg more than 1951 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin Princess. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin Princess. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin Princess | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Princess | LM |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 169 L |
