1981 BMW 528 vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini LM is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1981 BMW 528. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1981 BMW 528. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 528. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 528. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 528 | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 528 | LM |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
