1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,257 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (420 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Ford Ranchero. (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1968 Ford Ranchero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Ranchero. 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini LM. (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Ranchero | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ranchero | LM |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7022 cc | 7257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
