2005 AC Cobra vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1983 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1538 kg more than 2005 AC Cobra.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Cobra | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobra | LM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 69.1 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 | 2600 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 |
