2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1987 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 6,746 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Bentley Continental. (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2001 Bentley Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 256 kg more than 2001 Bentley Continental. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lamborghini LM. 2001 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1987 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1987 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1987 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Bentley | Lamborghini |
| Model | Continental | LM |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6746 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 169 L |
