1982 Lamborghini LM vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (440 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lamborghini LM | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | LM | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4754 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2451 mm |