1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith 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 251 more horse power than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (124 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 654 kg more than 1982 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. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 1951 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Countach | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 81 L |
