1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 208 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 374 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 120 L |
