1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1987 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini LM is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1701 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1987 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | DB3 | LM |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 169 L |
