1986 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini LM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1596 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1987 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | 100 | LM |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 169 L |
