1988 Lamborghini LM vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 25 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1988 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 787 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac CTS-V. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lamborghini LM | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Cadillac |
| Model | LM | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5166 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 548 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 747 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1913 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1884 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 68 L |
