1996 Citroen XM vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 5 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 375 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM. 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 1996 Citroen XM. 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1991 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | XM | LM |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |