2001 Lamborghini Murcielago vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago.
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, 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lamborghini Murcielago | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Murcielago | LM |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6192 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 563 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.8 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 169 L |
