1982 Lamborghini LM vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini LM 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 45 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini LM | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | LM | 993 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |
