1977 BMW 728 vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach

To start off, both 1977 BMW 728 and 1977 Lamborghini Countach were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1977 BMW 728. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 166 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, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728.

Compare all specifications:

1977 BMW 728 1977 Lamborghini Countach
Make BMW Lamborghini
Model 728 Countach
Year Released 1977 1977
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2788 cc 3929 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 170 HP 375 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 62 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 193 km/hour 264 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 120 L


 

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