1988 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1987 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 1 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 480 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1987 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1987 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Lagonda | LM |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 2226 kg | 2706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3010 mm |
