1988 Lamborghini LM vs. 1994 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1994 Lotus Esprit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini LM 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 185 more horse power than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (264 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lotus Esprit. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lotus Esprit. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini LM | 1994 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | LM | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5166 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 72 L |
