1988 Lamborghini LM vs. 1987 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Thema. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1987 Lancia Thema. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini LM | 1987 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | LM | Thema |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5166 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
