1973 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Capri | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Capri | LM |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1303 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
