1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 7,257 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (420 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | LM |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 7257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 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 | 1590 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 110 L |
