1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 227 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 291 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Countach | CLK |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 448 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 62 L |