1982 Lamborghini LM vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 29 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 71 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini LM. 2011 BMW 530 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. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini LM | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | LM | 530 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2968 mm |
