1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz S 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 294 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 90 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Countach | S |
Year Released | 1985 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 448 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |