2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1054 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 1982 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | LM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 69.1 mm |
| 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 | 1546 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
