1957 Austin A135 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 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 300 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
Model | A135 | Countach |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |