2008 Ferrari 599 vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 18 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1990 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 930 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 599.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ferrari 599. 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 599 | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 599 | LM |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1770 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 169 L |
