1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 460 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sierra | Countach |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
