2008 BMW 118 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 23 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 307 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | 118 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 110 L |
