1967 Audi Variant vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 400 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | Variant | Portofino |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 110 L |
