1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1960 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Simca Oceane 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 319 more horse power than 1960 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1960 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 510 kg more than 1960 Simca Oceane. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Simca Oceane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 1960 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Simca |
| Model | Countach | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
