1987 Lamborghini LM vs. 1966 Riley 4
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini LM is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Riley 4 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) has 382 more horse power than 1966 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1966 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1558 kg more than 1966 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Riley 4. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini LM | 1966 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Riley |
| Model | LM | 4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2706 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 45 L |
