1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 5,703 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Greyhound. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1991 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Greyhound | LM |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
