1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,703 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 880 kg more than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1991 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | V8 Vantage | LM |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
