1989 Lamborghini LM vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 8 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
Because 1989 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 McLaren F1. 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini LM. (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini LM | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | McLaren |
| Model | LM | F1 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
