1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Monaro | LM |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
