1983 Lamborghini LM vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1983 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lamborghini LM.
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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lamborghini LM | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Audi |
| Model | LM | R8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2649 mm |
