1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang 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 306 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mustang | LM |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
