2007 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,166 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1518 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Civic | LM |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 169 L |
