1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II vs. 1992 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini LM is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II would be higher. At 5,701 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1542 kg more than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II. (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk II | 1992 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Lamborghini |
| Model | 3000 Mk II | LM |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
