1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini LM is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1986 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 90 | LM |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 169 L |
