1984 Lamborghini LM vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 7,257 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Lamborghini LM. (414 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 959. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 959.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini LM | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | LM | 959 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7257 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |
