1968 Ford GT 40 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 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 520 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
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 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
Model | GT 40 | Countach |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 4754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 960 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |