1991 Lamborghini LM vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (370 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 991 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lamborghini LM | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | LM | GTO |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2706 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 67 L |
