1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 10 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 173 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1900 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Abarth | Lamborghini |
| Model | Stola | LM |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1860 mm |
