1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, both 1989 Ferrari 208 and 1989 Lamborghini LM were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari 208 | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
Model | 208 | LM |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 169 L |