1984 Lamborghini LM vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 600 kg more than 2011 Audi A8.
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 A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lamborghini LM. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1984 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lamborghini LM | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Audi |
| Model | LM | A8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2992 mm |
