1984 Lamborghini LM vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 16 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (414 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Panoz Esperante. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2000 Panoz Esperante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2000 Panoz Esperante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Panoz Esperante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Panoz Esperante. (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Panoz Esperante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini LM | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Panoz |
| Model | LM | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7257 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 59 L |
