1978 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 13 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1441 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 1991 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, 1991 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | CX | LM |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2706 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 169 L |