2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1986 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mustang | LM |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1480 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 169 L |
