2005 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1313 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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, 1985 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 1985 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mustang | LM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 169 L |
