1993 BMW 840 vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 11 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 92 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 840 | Countach |
Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |