1975 Ford Cortina vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina 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 319 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 535 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Cortina | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cortina | Countach |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 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 | 945 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
