1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1992 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini LM is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alpine A 310 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 341 more horse power than 1979 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1979 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1979 Alpine A 310. 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 1979 Alpine A 310. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alpine A 310 | 1992 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Alpine | Lamborghini |
Model | A 310 | LM |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 5701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3010 mm |