2009 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,701 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini LM (490 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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, 1992 Lamborghini LM (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1992 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 325 | LM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
