1956 Holden FE vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE 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 388 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 490 kg more than 1956 Holden FE. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Holden FE | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
Model | FE | Countach |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |