1991 Lamborghini LM vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen W12. (420 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen W12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1554 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12. 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 1997 Volkswagen W12. 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lamborghini LM | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | LM | W12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2706 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 55 L |
