1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1973 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 264 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lamborghini Countach. (365 Nm). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1973 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Countach |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 93 L |
