1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM002
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM002 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM002 (414 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM002 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM002 weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1959 Austin A 135. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lamborghini LM002 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM002 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 LM002 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1991 Lamborghini LM002 | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 135 | LM002 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 3109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 169 L |
