1973 Honda Z vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Z 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 417 more horse power than 1973 Honda Z. (32 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 2120 kg more than 1973 Honda Z. 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 1973 Honda Z. 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 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Z. (43 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Z | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z | LM |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 169 L |
