1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,257 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (414 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. 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 1953 Austin A 40. 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 (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 40 | LM |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 7257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |
