1977 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1999 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Panoz AIV. 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lamborghini Countach | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Panoz |
| Model | Countach | AIV |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 59 L |
