1996 BMW 332 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 11 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 125 more horse power than 1996 BMW 332. (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 90 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 332 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
