1971 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1978 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. (350 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1971 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Lamborghini |
| Model | Pantera | Countach |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
