2005 Acura NSX vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Acura NSX. (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1250 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 1990 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, 1990 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, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Acura | Lamborghini |
| Model | NSX | LM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 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 | 1450 kg | 2700 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 169 L |
