1990 Lamborghini LM vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 17 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 232 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1281 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Lamborghini LM | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | LM | S40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 62 L |
