1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1670 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 40 | LM |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 169 L |
