2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 25 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 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 625 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini LM. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Alpina | LM |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 327 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
