1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 25 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 225 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Aston Martin |
| Model | Countach | DBS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 78 L |
