2007 Audi R8 vs. 1968 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Lamborghini 400. (317 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Lamborghini 400.
Because 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Lamborghini 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini 400. (373 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 1968 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | R8 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
