1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit 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 26 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (349 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Countach | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |
