1968 BMW 2000 vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 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 257 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 2000 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
