1979 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini LM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. 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 1979 Citroen CX. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | CX | LM |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.1 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 | 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 |
