2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (448 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 455 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 612 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 110 L |
