1990 Lamborghini LM vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 14 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 132 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1212 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini LM | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | LM | 996 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 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 | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 64 L |
