1966 AC Cobra vs. 1992 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini LM is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 AC Cobra. (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1966 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1553 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra. 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 1966 AC Cobra. 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lamborghini LM. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1992 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobra | LM |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1147 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3010 mm |
