1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde 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 1958 Simca Aronde. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 510 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Lamborghini | Simca |
Model | Countach | Aronde |
Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 448 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
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 | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |