1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1464 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford GT 40. 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 (427 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | GT 40 | LM |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3010 mm |
