1988 Lamborghini LM vs. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre 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 299 more horse power than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. 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 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini LM | 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Rover |
| Model | LM | 3.5 Litre |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5166 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2820 mm |
