1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 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 389 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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.
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1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
Model | Countach | 356 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 448 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2110 mm |