1990 Lamborghini LM vs. 1977 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Golf 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 400 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1950 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1977 Volkswagen Golf. 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini LM | 1977 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | LM | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 45 L |
