2001 Acura CL vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 16 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 223 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 110 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
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, 2001 Acura CL, 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL. 2001 Acura CL 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. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura CL | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Acura | Lamborghini |
| Model | CL | Countach |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |
