1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 30 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini Countach | 2012 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Countach | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
