1958 Ford Vedette vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette 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 (420 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. 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 1958 Ford Vedette. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Vedette | LM |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 7257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
