1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1978 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang.
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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Mustang | Countach |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
