1952 Austin Princess vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini LM is newer by 37 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), 1989 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1952 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 520 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 1989 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, 1989 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, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | Princess | LM |
Year Released | 1952 | 1989 |
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 | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3010 mm |