1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 27 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 148 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 635 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535. 2012 BMW 535 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. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | BMW |
| Model | Countach | 535 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
