1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 23 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 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 260 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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2005 BMW 525 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. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Countach | 525 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
