1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 511 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte 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. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Lamborghini Countach | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
Model | Countach | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4754 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
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 | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |