1996 Holden Statesman vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1996 Holden Statesman 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 251 more horse power than 1996 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Statesman weights approximately 50 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Statesman. 1996 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Statesman | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Holden | Lamborghini |
| Model | Statesman | Countach |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
