1987 Lamborghini LM vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1987 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1326 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 1987 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini LM | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | LM | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2706 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 92 L |
