1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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 130 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 996. (318 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 149 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Countach | 996 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
