1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1977 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 595 kg more than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1977 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lamborghini |
| Model | Newport | Countach |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 120 L |
