1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 19 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 227 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 190 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 1982 Lamborghini Countach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Countach | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
