1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach

To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 910 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth Coupe 1982 Lamborghini Countach
Make Abarth Lamborghini
Model Coupe Countach
Year Released 1960 1982
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Middle
Engine Size 783 cc 4754 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 411 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 62.5 mm 85.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 69 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 570 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 3480 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 80 L


 

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