1977 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1977 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. 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 266 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lamborghini Countach | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Plymouth |
| Model | Countach | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |
