1985 Lamborghini LM vs. 1968 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini LM is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1845 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini LM | 1968 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Simca |
| Model | LM | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 70 mm |
| 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 | 2700 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 53 L |
