1982 Austin Marina vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Austin Marina would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1982 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1982 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1818 kg more than 1982 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Austin Marina | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Marina | LM |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 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 |
