1982 BMW 628 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 628 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 267 more horse power than 1982 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 24 kg more than 1982 BMW 628. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 628 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 628 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1470 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
