1980 Austin Maxi vs. 1992 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini LM is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Maxi 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 421 more horse power than 1980 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1980 Austin Maxi. 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 1980 Austin Maxi. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Maxi | 1992 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Maxi | LM |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 5701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
