2009 BMW M3 vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 27 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 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
| Model | M3 | Countach |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
