1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 841 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Countach | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 98 L |
