1986 BMW M3 vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1986 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1986 BMW M3. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 BMW M3. 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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M3 | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
