1988 Lamborghini LM vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 21 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 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1988 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | LM | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5166 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4350 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 |
