1983 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini LM is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1801 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | BX | LM |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
