1996 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | Spider | LM |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 169 L |
