1982 Lamborghini LM vs. 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 27 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 6,496 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (631 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 910 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago.
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, 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago (660 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini LM | 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | LM | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 6496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 631 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
