1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta

To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Cresta.

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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 1996 Toyota Cresta 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. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Lamborghini Countach 1996 Toyota Cresta
Make Lamborghini Toyota
Model Countach Cresta
Year Released 1978 1996
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 375 HP 197 HP
Torque 387 Nm 255 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 71.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1070 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2740 mm


 

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