1968 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort 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 366 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 665 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escort | Countach |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 110 L |
