1991 Lamborghini LM vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 5,703 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1986 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1986 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lamborghini LM | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Saab |
| Model | LM | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5703 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
