1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 7,257 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (420 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Ferrari 400. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1978 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 870 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 400. 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 1978 Ferrari 400. 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 (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 400 | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 400 | LM |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 7257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 110 L |
