1988 Audi Coupe vs. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 4,961 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (493 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1988 Audi Coupe. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 2003 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | Coupe | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 4961 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
