2003 Ford Ka vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1738 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Ka | LM |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 169 L |
