1978 Citroen CX vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX 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 253 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. 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 1978 Citroen CX. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | CX | LM |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
