1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 281 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (167 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Countach | C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
