2009 BMW M6 vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM

To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1426 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.

Because 1991 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lamborghini LM.

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2009 BMW M6 1991 Lamborghini LM
Make BMW Lamborghini
Model M6 LM
Year Released 2009 1991
Body Type Coupe 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 Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 2706 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4960 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 169 L