1996 Audi A8 vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 7,257 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (414 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Audi A8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 980 kg more than 1996 Audi A8. 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, 1984 Lamborghini LM (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A8. 1996 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1984 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | A8 | LM |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 110 L |
