1985 Lamborghini LM vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini LM is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel 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 331 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1973 Nissan Laurel. 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 1973 Nissan Laurel. 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Laurel. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini LM | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | LM | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
