1995 BMW M5 vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 875 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M5 | LM |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 4753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
