1951 Bristol 400 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 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 369 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 300 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400. 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 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Bristol | Lamborghini |
| Model | 400 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 110 L |
