2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 21 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1988 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 744 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Vanquish | LM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| 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 | 1956 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 169 L |
