1990 Lamborghini LM vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 351 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 950 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini LM | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LM | 220 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 64 L |
