1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 12 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Countach | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
