1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1983 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lamborghini LM 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 121 more horse power than 1983 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1983 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 1983 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lamborghini LM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1983 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Countach | LM |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
