1984 Lamborghini LM vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 913 kg more than 2011 Ford Mustang.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Mustang. 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini LM | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | LM | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
