1985 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini P140 is newer by 10 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 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini P140 weights approximately 26 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 1995 Lamborghini P140 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 1995 Lamborghini P140. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, 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, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | 100 | P140 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
