1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 352 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sunbird | LM |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
