1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini LM is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 55 | LM |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 169 L |
