1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 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 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 2112 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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 1955 Abarth 600. 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | 600 | LM |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 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 | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
