2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 38 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
| Model | Corvette | Countach |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
