1996 Audi A3 vs. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini Portofino would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini Portofino 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 1987 Lamborghini Portofino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3, 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, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | A3 | Portofino |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 110 L |
