1996 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lamborghini |
| Model | Tiburon | LM |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
