1996 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord 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 344 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lamborghini Countach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Accord | Countach |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
