1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 456. (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 456. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 230 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 456 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 110 L |
