1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 26 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 266 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 520. 2011 BMW 520 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. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Countach | 520 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
