1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 7 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 285 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Peugeot |
| Model | Countach | 505 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
