1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 1982 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 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 229 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Volvo 260. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Countach | 260 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
