1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta 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 282 more horse power than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 2027 kg more than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 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 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lamborghini |
| Model | Zeta | LM |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 7257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3010 mm |
