1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 29 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 168 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Countach | 159 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
