1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1978 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 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 200 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911.
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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (236 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Countach | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 229 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 | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
