1994 Dodge Viper vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Viper. (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 62 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Dodge Viper | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
Model | Viper | Countach |
Year Released | 1994 | 1982 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7988 cc | 4754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |