1983 Lamborghini LM vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 30 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 130 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1188 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 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 2013 Volkswagen GTI. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
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1983 Lamborghini LM | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | LM | GTI |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4754 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2578 mm |