1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 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 392 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
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 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66. 1976 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Volvo |
| Model | Countach | 66 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
