1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1987 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini LM is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1726 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1987 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | GT | LM |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 169 L |
