1982 Lamborghini LM vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini LM | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | LM | Miura |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
