1977 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1965 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1977 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 410 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lamborghini Countach | 1965 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Wartburg |
| Model | Countach | 312 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 43 L |
