1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 1992 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini LM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 5,701 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1987 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1468 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 1992 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | RS 200 | LM |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 5701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 1232 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
