1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 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 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 439 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 55 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 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 | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
