1990 Lamborghini LM vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini LM 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 54 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (395 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Lamborghini LM | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | LM | 993 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5167 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 449 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |