1989 Lamborghini LM vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 23 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 785 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS-V.
Because 1989 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac CTS-V. 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini LM. (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini LM | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Cadillac |
| Model | LM | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 68 L |
