1952 Austin Princess vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM002
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 is newer by 34 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini LM002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM002 weights approximately 512 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 1986 Lamborghini LM002 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin Princess | 1986 Lamborghini LM002 | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Princess | LM002 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3010 mm |
