1983 Lamborghini LM vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1064 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1983 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1983 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini LM | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | LM | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
