1983 Lamborghini LM vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 24 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 223 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini LM | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | LM | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3410 mm |
