1996 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini P140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini P140 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 249 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini P140 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. 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, 1996 Audi A4, 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | A4 | P140 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
