1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1998 McLaren F1
To start off, 1998 McLaren F1 is newer by 20 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 McLaren F1 (618 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 McLaren F1 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, 1998 McLaren F1 (649 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 1998 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 1998 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | McLaren |
| Model | Countach | F1 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 618 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
