1960 Austin 7 vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini LM is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 2090 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | 7 | LM |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 169 L |
