1968 Dodge Coronet 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 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Dodge Coronet. 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Coronet | Countach |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 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 | 1440 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
