1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1959 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph Herald 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 337 more horse power than 1959 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 718 kg more than 1959 Triumph Herald. 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) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 1959 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | Countach | Herald |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
