1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 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 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1982 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, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | Z9 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2460 mm |
