1977 Ford Cortina vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 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 289 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Cortina | Countach |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
