1988 Lamborghini LM vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1950 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini LM | 1969 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | LM | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5166 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 40 L |
