1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 10 kg more than 1948 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | GAZ | Lamborghini |
| Model | M-20 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
