1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1969 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1978 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Elan 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 257 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Elan. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Elan.
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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Elan. (146 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 1969 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Countach | Elan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| 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 | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
