1977 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1977 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, 2002 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lamborghini Countach | 2002 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Countach | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 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 | 1370 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 90 L |
