1982 Lamborghini LM vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (478 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1158 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
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 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini LM. 2009 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini LM | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | LM | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
