1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus 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 308 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 280 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lamborghini Countach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Ford |
| Model | Countach | Focus |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 51 L |
