1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 53 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 46 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Countach |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 110 L |
