1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 339 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 131 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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. 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1980 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Lamborghini | Oldsmobile |
Model | Countach | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5167 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 448 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |