1984 Lamborghini LM vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 840 kg more than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. 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 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini LM | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | LM | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
