1981 Ford Capri vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach

To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 264 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Ford Capri 1985 Lamborghini Countach
Make Ford Lamborghini
Model Capri Countach
Year Released 1981 1985
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2792 cc 5167 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 158 HP 448 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 85.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68.5 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1494 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 110 L


 

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