1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 156 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC. 1979 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1979 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Bitter |
| Model | Countach | SC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |
