1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 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 300 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 120 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Countach | C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |
