1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1982 Toyota Carina

To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina 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 374 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 410 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Lamborghini Countach 1982 Toyota Carina
Make Lamborghini Toyota
Model Countach Carina
Year Released 1985 1982
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 5167 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 448 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2510 mm


 

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