1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini LM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | Mustang | LM |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |