1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208. 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 1981 Ferrari 208. 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 (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 208 | LM |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
