1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 227 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 178 kg more than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Countach | SL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
