1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 18 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo 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, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lamborghini |
| Model | Countach | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 492 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 284 km/hour | 325 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 | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
