1990 Lamborghini LM vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 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 373 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1705 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. 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 1959 Volvo 120. 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 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini LM | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | LM | 120 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
