1989 Lamborghini LM vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini LM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. 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 252 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1520 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420. 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 1984 Maserati 420. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini LM | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
| Model | LM | 420 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
