1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 24 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 356 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.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Countach | E |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
