1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia 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 329 more horse power than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 340 kg more than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
Model | Countach | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 448 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |