1984 Lamborghini LM vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini LM | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | LM | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |
