1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 238 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (335 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang. 2005 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
Model | Countach | Mustang |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5167 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 448 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 100.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 61 L |