1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1987 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1691 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1987 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | ZX | LM |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
