1991 Lamborghini LM vs. 1974 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1926 kg more than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. 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 (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lamborghini LM | 1974 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | LM | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2706 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2110 mm |
