1982 Lamborghini LM vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 930 kg more than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini LM | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Oldsmobile |
| Model | LM | 88 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3110 mm |
