1990 Lamborghini LM vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 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 370 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 411. 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 1971 Volkswagen 411. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini LM | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | LM | 411 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
