2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 18 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 910 kg more than 2001 Alpina B 10.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B 10. 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Alpina | Lamborghini |
| Model | B 10 | LM |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
