1991 Lamborghini LM vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,703 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (490 HP) has 441 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1730 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lamborghini LM | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Wartburg |
| Model | LM | 312 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5703 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
