2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari F430. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | F430 | LM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 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 | 4520 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 169 L |
