1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 7 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 114 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355. 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 1998 Ferrari F355. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 1991 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F355 | LM |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
