1982 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 108 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Lamborghini Countach | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Countach | 911 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4754 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |