1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 26 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 255 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Countach | Elise |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
