1972 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort 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 275 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escort | Countach |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
