1969 Lamborghini Islero vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1969 Lamborghini Islero is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,928 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Islero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (346 HP) has 279 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Islero should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Islero.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lamborghini Islero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1969 Lamborghini Islero (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Islero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lamborghini Islero | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Land Rover |
| Model | Islero | 109 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3928 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
