1973 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 503 kg more than 1973 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo S80 (441 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. (365 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lamborghini Countach | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Countach | S80 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2835 mm |
