1986 Lamborghini LM vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini LM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1698 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini LM | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | LM | Beta |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 45 L |
