1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 30 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (420 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 430 kg more than 1974 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, 2004 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 2004 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2004 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
Model | Countach | Diablo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4753 cc | 5707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 523 HP |
Torque | 411 Nm | 581 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |