1990 Lamborghini LM vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1840 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini LM | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | LM | Appia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |
