1993 BMW 840 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 8 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 165 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 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 246 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 840 | Countach |
Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1494 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 | 110 L |