1991 Lamborghini LM vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 7 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1991 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1998 Lamborghini Diablo.
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 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lamborghini LM | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | LM | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2706 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 100 L |
