1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (455 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. 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, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Countach | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 100 L |
