1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1966 Lamborghini 400
To start off, 1978 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lamborghini 400 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 58 more horse power than 1966 Lamborghini 400. (317 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1966 Lamborghini 400.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lamborghini 400. (373 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lamborghini 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 1966 Lamborghini 400 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Countach | 400 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |
