1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 24 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 116 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 60 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Countach | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
