1999 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Focus | LM |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
