2005 Acura NSX vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1148 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (285 Nm). This means 1983 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Acura | Lamborghini |
| Model | NSX | LM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3010 mm |
