1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1966 Porsche 912
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 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 359 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 500 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912. 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) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1966 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Countach | 912 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |
