1983 Lamborghini LM vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 16 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (567 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1983 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1983 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lamborghini Diablo. 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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (630 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini LM | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | LM | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
