2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1208 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 1989 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, 1989 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 (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini LM. (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mustang | LM |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 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 | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 169 L |
