1961 AC Cobra vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1961 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobra | LM |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 169 L |
