2008 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic 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 308 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Lamborghini Countach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Honda Civic | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
Model | Civic | Countach |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |