1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini LM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cortina | LM |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
