1986 Lamborghini LM vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 1988 Maserati 420 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lamborghini LM | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | LM | 420 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
