1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Countach 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 146 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 968. (302 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 194 kg more than 1995 Porsche 968. 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, both vehicles can yield 500 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Countach | 968 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 92 L |
