1966 AC Cobra vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 333 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | AC | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cobra | Countach |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 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 | 1147 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
