1973 BMW 525 vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini LM is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1973 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 525 | LM |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 169 L |
