1978 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 21 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 175 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (387 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm). This means 1978 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lamborghini Countach | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Pontiac |
| Model | Countach | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
