2008 Audi S4 vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
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, 1982 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | S4 | LM |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
