1985 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | 100 | LM |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
