1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 4 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (448 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 41 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | Countach |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
