2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Lamborghini LM. (414 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1164 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 1984 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, 1984 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini LM. (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | LM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 7257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 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 | 1536 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
