1988 Lamborghini LM vs. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 18 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, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo (520 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1988 Lamborghini LM.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lamborghini Gallardo (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini LM | 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | LM | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5166 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 90 L |
