1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 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 405 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 820 kg more than 1965 NSU 1000. 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 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | NSU |
| Model | Countach | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 37 L |
