2002 Audi S3 vs. 1989 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2002 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1277 kg more than 2002 Audi S3. 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, 1989 Lamborghini LM (511 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 1989 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | S3 | LM |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 169 L |
