1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 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 252 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
Make | Lamborghini | Maserati |
Model | Countach | Gran Turismo 3500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5167 cc | 3481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 448 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |