1991 Lamborghini LM vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 20 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 5,703 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 730 kg more than 2011 BMW 550. 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 2011 BMW 550. 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lamborghini LM. (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Lamborghini LM | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | LM | 550 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5703 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2969 mm |
