1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 17 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 490 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 687 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin Vantage | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lamborghini |
| Model | Vantage | Countach |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 1098 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1480 kg |
