1998 BMW 328 vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1998 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 328 | LM |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 169 L |
