1981 Austin Marina vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,703 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1981 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1981 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1820 kg more than 1981 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Austin Marina | 1991 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Marina | LM |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
