1989 Lamborghini LM vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini LM 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 167 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. 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 1996 Porsche 993. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini LM | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | LM | 993 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |
