1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini LM is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Coronet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1986 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Coronet | LM |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 169 L |
