1982 Lamborghini LM vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 30 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 609 kg more than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini LM. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte 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. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Lamborghini LM | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
Model | LM | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4754 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3063 mm |