1992 Lamborghini LM vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,701 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (512 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Lamborghini LM. (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1992 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1370 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
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, 1992 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo. (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini LM | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | LM | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5701 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 512 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 2700 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
