1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 307 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 141 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300. 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, 2012 Nissan NP300, 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 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Nissan |
| Model | Countach | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |
