2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2009 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1986 Lamborghini LM. (449 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1986 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 813 kg more than 2009 Bugatti Veyron.
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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 740 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lamborghini LM. (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lamborghini LM. 2009 Bugatti Veyron has automatic transmission and 1986 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1986 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bugatti Veyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1986 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Bugatti | Lamborghini |
Model | Veyron | LM |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7993 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 987 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 1250 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 2700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |