1984 Lamborghini LM vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 25 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1984 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1984 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1094 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini LM. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo has automatic transmission and 1984 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1984 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Lamborghini LM | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
Model | LM | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4753 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 327 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |