2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1177 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
Because 1985 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, 1985 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | LM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 74.9 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 | 1523 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 169 L |
