2009 Audi A3 vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1434 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM 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, 1990 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1990 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Audi | Lamborghini |
| Model | A3 | LM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 169 L |
