1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1961 Riley 4
To start off, 1978 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Riley 4 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 312 more horse power than 1961 Riley 4. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1961 Riley 4.
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, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (387 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Riley 4. (115 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 1961 Riley 4 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Riley |
| Model | Countach | 4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
