1992 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ is newer by 7 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo RZ | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lamborghini |
| Model | RZ | Countach |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1080 mm |
