1982 Lamborghini LM vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini LM is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 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 153 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 924. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1421 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924. 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 1980 Porsche 924. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini LM | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | LM | 924 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 84.4 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 | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
