1990 Lamborghini LM vs. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 820 kg more than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lamborghini LM | 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LM | G |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 449 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |