1985 Lamborghini LM vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 950 kg more than 2012 Audi S5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5. 2012 Audi S5 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini LM | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Audi |
| Model | LM | S5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 440 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2700 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 169 L | 64 L |
