1982 Lamborghini LM vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1523 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini LM | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | LM | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 2339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |
