1952 Buick 40 vs. 1992 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini LM is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,701 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1952 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 1992 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | 40 | LM |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3010 mm |
