1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 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 299 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lamborghini Countach | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Lamborghini | Volkswagen |
Model | Countach | Passat |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 448 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
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 | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |