1987 BMW 318 vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1987 BMW 318 is newer by 1 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 335 more horse power than 1987 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1734 kg more than 1987 BMW 318. 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 1987 BMW 318. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 318. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 318 | 1986 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 318 | LM |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
