2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 22 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (448 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford GT 500 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | GT 500 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |
