1978 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini LM is newer by 14 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 5,701 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1435 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 1992 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, 1992 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, 1992 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | CX | LM |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 2700 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 |