1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Countach | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
