1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1702 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | GT 40 | LM |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 74.9 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 | 998 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 169 L |
