1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1971 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1978 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. Both 1978 Lamborghini Countach and 1971 Lamborghini Miura are equipped with a 3,929 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 1971 Lamborghini Miura (401 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 1971 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 1971 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Countach | Miura |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
