1985 Ford Tempo vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach

To start off, both 1985 Ford Tempo and 1985 Lamborghini Countach were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 348 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 305 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1985 Lamborghini Countach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Ford Tempo 1985 Lamborghini Countach
Make Ford Lamborghini
Model Tempo Countach
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2307 cc 5167 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 448 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1165 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2460 mm


 

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