1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1978 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 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 250 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924.
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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924. 1975 Porsche 924 has automatic transmission and 1978 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1978 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Porsche 924 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Countach | 924 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
