2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 18 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 288 more horse power than 2003 Caterham 7. (160 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2003 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 970 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7. 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Caterham 7. (176 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Caterham | Lamborghini |
| Model | 7 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
