2009 BMW M5 vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 19 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 942 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M5. 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, 2009 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M5 | LM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 169 L |
