1977 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (362 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 345 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lamborghini Countach | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Countach | C |
Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 62 L |