1977 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1977 Chrysler Centura

To start off, both 1977 Lamborghini Countach and 1977 Chrysler Centura 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 257 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 254 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Centura. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Centura. 1977 Chrysler Centura has automatic transmission and 1977 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1977 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chrysler Centura will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Lamborghini Countach 1977 Chrysler Centura
Make Lamborghini Chrysler
Model Countach Centura
Year Released 1977 1977
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 1981 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 375 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 361 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1116 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2680 mm


 

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