1952 Austin Princess vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 644 kg more than 1952 Austin Princess. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Princess | LM |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 69.1 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 | 1956 kg | 2600 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 |
