1991 Lamborghini LM vs. 1978 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta 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 409 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. 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 1978 Lancia Beta. 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 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lamborghini LM | 1978 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | LM | Beta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5703 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
