1991 Lamborghini LM vs. 1971 NSU 1000
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU 1000 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1971 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 2040 kg more than 1971 NSU 1000. 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 1971 NSU 1000. 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lamborghini LM | 1971 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | NSU |
| Model | LM | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5703 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2260 mm |
