1985 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 775 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lamborghini Countach | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Countach | CL |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5167 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 448 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1428 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2955 mm |
