1977 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 35 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1420 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lamborghini Countach. 2012 GMC Yukon 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. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lamborghini Countach | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Lamborghini | GMC |
| Model | Countach | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 148 L |
