1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT 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 319 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1674 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lamborghini LM (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | GT | LM |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 7257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 110 L |
