1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 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 143 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 524 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Countach | S |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
