2004 Dodge Viper vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM002
To start off, 2004 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini LM002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini LM002 would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Lamborghini LM002. (420 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1986 Lamborghini LM002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM002 weights approximately 1169 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM002 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 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, 2004 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini LM002. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini LM002.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 1986 Lamborghini LM002 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | LM002 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 169 L |
