2008 Bentley Continental GT vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 6,000 cc, 2008 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1989 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 Bentley Continental GT.
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, 2008 Bentley Continental GT (780 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lamborghini LM. (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lamborghini LM. 2008 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1989 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1989 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Continental GT | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Bentley | Lamborghini |
| Model | Continental GT | LM |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 169 L |
