1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 10 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 7,998 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 408 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper.
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, 1995 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (500 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Dodge | Lamborghini |
| Model | Viper | Countach |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7998 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 448 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
