1985 Lamborghini LM vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 390 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen T5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini LM | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | LM | T5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 80 L |
