1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 147 more horse power than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 80 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (500 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mangusta | Countach |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 1550 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
