1999 BMW 740 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 14 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 165 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 475 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) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 740 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2460 mm |
