1987 Lamborghini LM vs. 1965 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini LM is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1706 kg more than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine. (139 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini LM | 1965 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Sunbeam |
| Model | LM | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2706 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2190 mm |
