1977 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 31 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 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 146 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (229 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 200 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, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Lamborghini Countach | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lamborghini | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Countach | E |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |