1991 Chrysler Viper vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Viper is newer by 6 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), 1991 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Viper. (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 96 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
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, 1991 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chrysler Viper | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | Countach |
| Year Released | 1991 | 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 | 389 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 1590 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 |
