1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator 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 271 more horse power than 1978 Opel Senator. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 15 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Countach | Senator |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
