1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1951 Citroen 15. 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 1951 Citroen 15. 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 (427 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | 15 | LM |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2600 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 |
