1985 BMW M6 vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1985 BMW M6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW M6 | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M6 | LM |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3451 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 169 L |
