1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1950 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Triumph Mayflower 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 411 more horse power than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 520 kg more than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1950 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Triumph |
| Model | Countach | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
