2003 AC Cobra vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2003 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1638 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobra | LM |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3010 mm |
