1983 Lamborghini LM vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini LM is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1925 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini LM | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Toyota |
| Model | LM | Publica |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2170 mm |
