1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 12 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 20 more horse power than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. (355 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1994 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.

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, 1994 Vauxhall Carlton (531 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Lamborghini Countach 1994 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Lamborghini Vauxhall
Model Countach Carlton
Year Released 1982 1994
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4754 cc 3638 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 375 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 531 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3300 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2740 mm


 

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