1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP) has 389 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 60 | LM |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 449 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 169 L |
