1978 Austin Marina vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Austin Marina 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 316 more horse power than 1978 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 598 kg more than 1978 Austin Marina. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Austin Marina | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Marina | Countach |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
