1983 Lamborghini LM vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1988 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1412 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini LM | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | LM | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
