1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,703 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 1991 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 90 | LM |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1570 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 |
