1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster is newer by 16 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 251 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mazda |
| Model | Countach | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
