1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lamborghini Countach 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 160 more horse power than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lotus Esprit. (298 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lotus |
| Model | Countach | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.2 mm |
| 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 | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
