1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1988 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Countach 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 214 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon. 1988 Ford Falcon 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. 1988 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Countach | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
