1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 28 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) has 310 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Audi |
| Model | Countach | A3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2578 mm |
